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How to Find Real Growth: Lessons from My Journey
Discover how personal growth differs from external validation in this motivational piece. Learn why real growth comes from within and how mistakes can become your biggest lessons.
Last week, I challenged myself to write about my personal growth for 20 to 30 minutes a day.
What started as a writing exercise turned into something deeper — a personal conversation with myself. I realized that many small, unnoticed moments shape who we become.
These moments have quietly influenced me, helping me grow into the person I am today.
Growth vs. Recognition: What’s the Difference?
As I reflected, I kept asking: What’s the difference between personal growth and external recognition? The more I thought about it, the clearer it became.
Growth is like planting a seed inside you. With care, it grows into something strong and lasting. It’s fulfilling and comes from within.
Recognition is like seeing a beautiful view while hiking. It feels great for a moment, but it quickly fades. Once it’s gone, you’re left chasing the next high.
I used to chase praise. Every time I hit a milestone, the applause felt amazing. But when the applause stopped, I felt empty.
